Common Medical Jargon
Malignant
Commonly used in healthcare and medical settings
Literal Meaning
Cancerous
Actual Meaning
A growth that IS cancer and could spread to other parts of your body.
Examples in Context

The doctor noted Malignant on the chart.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember: Malignant means Cancerous, spreading
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